A practical handbook for those caring for elderly parents explains how to develop an effective, workable plan of action that takes into consideration the parents' feelings and wishes, as well as such practical and financial components as health care, retirement, long-term care, and more. Original. 20,000 first printing.

A comprehensive and empathetic program for addressing, planning, and putting into effect long-term parent care. Long-term care for aging parents is a sensitive, often difficult, but ultimately inevitable issue all of us must face. The Parent Care Conversation offers a step-by-step approach for families to follow that will enable them to develop workable plans of action. By first addressing the emotional aspects of long-term care that take into account the parents feelings and wishes, then integrating the practical and financial components, this book will open the door for a critical exchange of information and honest discussion among adult children and their aging parents that has long been the major roadblock to successful elder care. Filled with factual information, useful tips, real-life stories, and practical exercises, The Parent Care Conversation provides a proactive and collaborative solution to the long-term care issues that eventually everyone must face.

Learn to start open, productive talks about money with your parents as they age As your parents age, you may find that you want or need to broach the often-difficult subject of finances. In Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances, you’ll learn the best ways to approach this issue, along with a wealth of financial and legal information that will help you help your parents into and through their golden years. Sometimes parents are reluctant to address money matters with their adult children, and topics such as long-term care, retirement savings (or lack thereof), and end-of-life planning can be particularly touchy. In this book, you’ll hear from others in your position who have successfully had “the talk” with their parents, and you’ll read about a variety of conversation strategies that can make talking finances more comfortable and more productive. Learn conversation starters and strategies to open the lines of communication about your parents’ finances Discover the essential financial and legal information you should gather from your parents to be prepared for the future Gain insight from others’ stories of successfully talking money with aging parents Gather the courage, hope, and motivation you need to broach difficult subjects such as care facilities and end-of-life plans For children of Baby Boomers and others looking to assist aging parents with their finances, Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk is a welcome and comforting read. Although talking money with your parents can be hard, you aren’t alone, and this book will guide you through the process of having fruitful financial conversations that lead to meaningful action.

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As an increasing percentage of our population moves into their elder years, there is a growing concern about elder care issues. What constitutes maltreatment? What laws are in place to protect elders from danger? When should a lawsuit be considered? These are just as few of the questions James T. O'Reilly addresses in this publication. The author presents a number of real-life scenarios and offers expert advice on how to prevent harmful situations as well as how to take appropriate legal action if necessary. O'Reilly explores each situation in detail so readers can make informed decisions to maximize the responsiveness of each option. Topics covered include understanding the risks to the safety of elders, how the government protects elders against risk, medication issues for elders and abuse and assault. How to Protect Elders from Harm is a must-have resource for anyone interest in learning more about protecting elders from insufficient care or maltreatment.

... Book on aging written expressly for children who want to help their elderly parents.

As an adult child, you may find yourself changing roles with your senior parents. More and more often you may need to be their helper or caretaker. In many instances, this transition can be difficult and awkward for both you and your parents. How To Talk to Your Senior Parents About Really Important Things is a hands-on guide for adult children who want to talk to their parents about many of life's most challenging issues, including sensitive topics such as driving safety, choosing alternative living arrangements, dealing with grief and bereavement, avoiding scams that target the elderly, unwise romances, and much more. This comprehensive and handy resource offers useful guidelines and expert advice that can be adapted to fit your family dynamics. It will give you a solid foundation for building frank and candid communication with your senior parents.